NMC Transfer Guide - MTA

To: University of Michigan - Main Campus

Program: Dental Hygiene B.S.

The University of Michigan School of Dentistry provides a Bachelors degree in dental hygiene, designed to offer students an expanded education resulting in increased career opportunities after graduation. The program consists of 30 credits of college credits which can be completed at NMC. Upon admission into the program the dental hygiene program is three years. The bachelors degree also prepares students who wish to go on to dental school. The hygienist with a bachelors degree holds the same license to practice in a dental office as the associates degree hygienist.

Admission Criteria

Students should apply by February 1st of the year acceptance is desired. Admission is for Fall only.

Grades - Grades must be 2.0 or above to be considered for transfer. However the average GPA of incoming students is 3.4.

Students who have an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from accredited schools and who are licensed to practice under state law (MI or any other state) may want to consider the Degree Completion Program.

Northwestern Michigan College does not assume final responsibility for the accuracy of information on this guide. The final responsibility for the successful transfer of classes suggested on this guide rests with you and the institution you plan to transfer. It is strongly recommended that you visit the institution as early in your academic career (prior to transfer) as possible.